{"product_id":"the-swarm-spyderco-manbug®-ladybug®-3-grasshopper™-three-piece-pocket-knife-set","title":"The 'Swarm' | Spyderco Manbug®, Ladybug® 3 \u0026 Grasshopper™ Three-Piece Pocket Knife Set","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eThe Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThree species. Three steels. Three colors. The Swarm brings together the Cobalt Blue Manbug in CPM SPY27, the Purple Ladybug 3 in VG-10, and the Blue Grasshopper G-10 in 12C27 Sandvik — three of Spyderco's most beloved compact pocket knives united in a nature-themed set that covers every member of the field party. The Manbug anchors the set in Spyderco's proprietary CPM SPY27 powder metallurgy steel — the same premium alloy reserved for the company's most performance-oriented instruments. The Ladybug brings the founder's personal carry knife in trusted VG-10. The Blue Grasshopper rounds out the trio as the largest of the insects — a 2.3-inch 12C27 Sandvik blade that crosses the threshold from compact novelty into genuine field utility. Three instruments. Three steels. Combined weight under three ounces. For the naturalist, the collector, or the field party of three who refuses to carry anything ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Manbug® CPM SPY27 — Cobalt Blue (MPCBL)\u003c\/strong\u003e Spyderco's proprietary CPM SPY27 powder metallurgy steel in signature Cobalt Blue FRN. Full flat ground PlainEdge™, lockback, keychain hole, clipless. 1.94\" blade \/ 4.49\" overall \/ 0.7 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ladybug® 3 VG-10 — Purple (LPRP3)\u003c\/strong\u003e The founder's personal carry knife. VG-10 stainless, hollow ground modified clip point, Purple FRN, lockback, keychain hole, clipless. 1.94\" blade \/ 4.49\" overall \/ 0.6 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grasshopper™ G-10 — Blue (C138GBLP)\u003c\/strong\u003e The largest of the insects. 12C27 Sandvik steel, full flat ground, peel-ply Blue G-10 handle, Torx construction, slipjoint non-locking, keychain hole, clipless. 2.3\" blade \/ 5.07\" overall \/ 1.4 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eScientific Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Distinct Blade Steels:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Swarm showcases three of Spyderco's blade steel tiers — CPM SPY27 proprietary powder metallurgy (Manbug), VG-10 cobalt-enriched Japanese stainless (Ladybug), and 12C27 Sandvik Swedish stainless (Grasshopper) — a genuine cross-section of the materials science behind the insect collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Locking Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Manbug and Ladybug use Spyderco's stout lockback mechanism securing the blade firmly in the open position. The Grasshopper uses a traditional slipjoint held open through spring tension. Both systems are time-tested and mechanically reliable across decades of field use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgressive Blade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e From the Manbug and Ladybug's shared 1.94-inch blade to the Grasshopper's 2.3-inch field-capable length — The Swarm covers the full range of compact cutting tasks across three instruments calibrated for different use intensities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrademark Round Hole™ — All Three Instruments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spyderco's signature round hole allows smooth, reliable one-handed deployment on every instrument in The Swarm without mechanical assistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeychain\/Clipless Carry — All Three Instruments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated keychain holes and clipless handle profiles across all three instruments allow permanent keychain carry without bulk or printing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eBoutique \u0026amp; Conservation Values\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nature Party Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cobalt Blue, Purple, and Blue — three visually distinctive, complementary colors that communicate the set's identity instantly. One for every member of the field party, trail group, or nature-minded household.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Compact to Capable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Swarm spans the full capability range of the Spyderco insect family — from the Ladybug's refined 1.94-inch precision to the Grasshopper's genuine 2.3-inch field utility. Every cutting task covered across three instruments that combined weigh under three ounces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Collector's Trio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three species, three steels, three colors — The Swarm is the natural starting point for the serious Spyderco insect collector who wants the range of the family represented in one curated set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan (Manbug \u0026amp; Ladybug) \/ China (Grasshopper)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpyderco Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every instrument in The Swarm is backed by Spyderco's manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManbug® CPM SPY27 (MPCBL):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade: 1.94\" | Steel: CPM SPY27 | Grind: Full Flat | Overall: 4.49\" | Closed: 2.56\" | Weight: 0.7 oz. | Lock: Lockback | Handle: Cobalt Blue FRN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLadybug® 3 VG-10 (LPRP3):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade: 1.94\" | Steel: VG-10 | Grind: Hollow | Overall: 4.49\" | Closed: 2.56\" | Weight: 0.6 oz. | Lock: Lockback | Handle: Purple FRN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrasshopper™ G-10 Blue (C138GBLP):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBlade: 2.3\" | Steel: 12C27 Sandvik | Grind: Full Flat | Overall: 5.07\" | Closed: 2.77\" | Weight: 1.4 oz. | Lock: Slipjoint | Handle: Blue G-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll Instruments:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCarry System: Keychain hole, clipless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eShipping Weight: 1 lb. 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